Duane E. "Dewey" Amsler
Salt Institute
Salt and Highway Deicing newsletter
Fall 2007
State and provincial laws govern agency liability associated with snow and ice control operations. Knowledge of vehicle and traffic laws such as the federal Commercial Drivers License law, Public officers law, and insurance law are critical. Agencies often enjoy limited immunity from tort liability, but the shield is not complete. Snowfighting managers can manage their risks through training to avoid crashes and minimize environmental impacts. Good procedures include policy statements, pro-active preparation through identifying potential negative impacts and monitoring and record-keeping diligence.